Corporate PPA Manager

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Job details

Company overview

Our client is engaged in the EPC business of renewable energy power plants.

Responsibilities

Contribute as a core member of the RE Development Business Unit, which covers PV/Wind(Onshore/Offshore) business in Japan, Southeast Asia, and Brazil.Your primary goal will be to drive the growth of our portfolio by establishing and managing long-term partnerships with corporations seeking renewable energy solutions. You will lead the commercial negotiation, contracting, and execution of corporate PPA with a strong focus on top international RE off-takers (e.g., tech giants, data centers, global top brands).
Main responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the corporate PPA strategy for the solar business, including identifying target markets, industries, and potential customers
• Build and maintain relationships with key corporate clients, understanding their energy needs and sustainability goals to tailor PPA proposals accordingly.
• Collaborate with project development teams to assess the feasibility of PPA opportunities and align project timelines with customer needs.
• Lead the negotiation and structuring of corporate PPAs, collaborating with legal, finance, and other relevant teams to ensure contract terms meet business requirements.
• Establish and maintain relationships with a diverse range of business investors and partners, including international and Japanese companies
• Reporting to the Head of the Business Unit and the Business/Project Development Directors

Requirements

Minimum requirements:

• Candidates should ideally be located in East Asia, in regions without a significant time difference with Japan
• Minimum 3 years of business experience in construction industry or renewable energy market (Virtual/Physical [Offsite/Onsite] CPPA experience preferable)
• High self-motivation and excellent leadership
• Independence, proactivity, flexibility, good communication skills, and ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities with a results-oriented mindset

Preferred qualifications:

• Business experience in the power sector, leading RE project development, finance, and M&A
• Some prior experience with trading or consulting, or a similar role where communication is important, would be a plus
• In-depth knowledge of the Japanese energy market, electricity pricing, and renewable energy policies and regulations.

Salary

7 - 12 million yen

Location

Tokyo